Arjunpur - Khaira, Balasore
Arjunpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Khaira and around 54 km from Baleshwar. Palasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arjunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunpur is 393599. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Arjunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunpur
As per Census 2011, Arjunpur village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 303 males and 312 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 303 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 170 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 252 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 51 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunpur
Arjunpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Talamahuri | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Nahanga | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Itamundei | West | 1.21 km |
| Alada | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Nayakhandi | North | 1.79 km |
| Nimapalli | South | 1.90 km |
| Purusottampur (khaira ) | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Palasa | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Kadamiana | North | 2.27 km |
| Erendei | South-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjunpur
Arjunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Arjunpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Arjunpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arjunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arjunpur
Where is Arjunpur located?
Arjunpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arjunpur is Palasa.
What is the pincode of Arjunpur?
The pincode of Arjunpur is 756048.
What is the population of Arjunpur?
Arjunpur has a total population of 615, including 303 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Arjunpur?
There are 116 households in Arjunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunpur is 76.91%. Male literacy is 83.17% and female literacy is 70.83%.